May 29, 2026 11:23 AM
Norway Chess 2026: Carlsen defeats world champion Gukesh in Round 4
World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen defeated reigning world champion D Gukesh in the fourth round of the Norway Chess 2026 tournament in Oslo on Thursday. Playing with the black pieces, Carlsen gradually took control of a tightly contested encounter and converted his advantage into a crucial classical victory. The game remained balanced for a long period before Carlsen capitalised on opportunities in the middlegame. Under mounting pressure and facing time trouble, Gukesh was unable to hold the position...